Chain link fences are a great way to protect your home but they also need to be maintained.
Chain link fences are one of the most common fences. They appear in homes all over the United States because they are inexpensive, universal, and can withstand the elements. But when your chain link fence starts rusting, how do you bring it back to life?
Preparation for Painting
Chain link fences are known for their durability and low maintenance, but extreme temperatures and rain can cause rust spots on your residential fence. Before painting your fence, there is some prep work that needs to be done. You will need to remove as much rust as possible before painting your fence. Use a wire brush or sandpaper to remove the rust. The next step in prepping your fence is to trim the grass around and under your fence. Removing the grass, vines, and other growth from around your fence will not only help to keep your fence in good condition but also prevent new stains on your fence. Now it is time to wash your fence. This step will remove the dirt, leaves, and other debris from your fence that has built up on your fence over time. You can wash your fence with a power washer or by using a bucket and sponge. If you fence has been painted before, use a high pressure power washer can help to remove old paint chips that that falling off of your fence from previous paintings.
Painting Your Fence
You will need to protect your yard before painting your fence. To ensure your paint doesn’t drip onto your grass, use a piece of plastic or cardboard to cover the area. To paint your fence, you will need to purchase a rust-stopping spray or a coat of metal primer. Follow the manufacturer’s directions. Before applying the primer, make sure this type of primer will bond properly to your fence. If it does not bond properly, it could peel. To paint the primer and paint onto your fence, you will need a paint roller and a paintbrush. Use the roller for the chain links and the brush for the posts of your fence as well as touch-ups. If you are not sure how to paint your fence or what kind of materials to use, hire a professional fence painting company or contact Hercules Fence of Washington, DC for more information.
Hercules Fence of Washington, D.C.
At Hercules Fence, we specialize in the installation and maintenance of several fence styles throughout the Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina areas. Residential fencing provides a welcoming appearance to complement your home. Our sales team can offer you many selections to choose from to accommodate your privacy, semi-privacy, and decorative needs, and our professionals use only the highest quality materials to install your fence at a price that is reasonable and affordable.
We also specialize in commercial fencing to keep your business safe and secure while also looking professional and welcoming. To get started with your residential fence for your home, call us today at 1-800-883-3623. You can also visit our contact page to find a full list of our locations and phone numbers.
